Alhama de Murcia
20 JUN
See the spectacular Badlands of Gebas and experience the culture of this village in Alhama de Murcia This ¿Landscape and Culture¿ tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits in Alhama de Murcia last autumn and this latest edition on Saturday 20th June begins at 18.30 outside the Local Social (alongside the small village church) on the edge of the village, lasting around 3 hours. The village is very small but has become a centre for adventure and active tourism..
Águilas
31 MAY
A chance to learn about history and local wildlife on the fascinating coastline of Águilas The Los Cocedores Blue Trail in Águilas takes its name from the numerous pools in which esparto Grass was tried and treated prior to weaving in times gone by. These were known as ¿cocedores¿ (literally cookers!) and played an important part in an industry which was vital to the local economy for hundreds of years, giving the material its distinctive colour and texture. Once dried, the grass was cut into finer strips before use, and in the..
Los Alcázares
25 MAY - 31 MAY
A gastronomic treat for seafood lovers in Los Alcázares and Los Narejos The Atlantic blue crab, Cannectes sapidus, is, as its name suggests, a native of the western Atlantic, particularly the Chesapeake Bay, Louisiana and New Jersey, and is widely farmed for commercial purposes. For this reason, when it began to appear in the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor around 12 years ago this was widely lamented as it is a voracious predator and a threat to native mollusc species such as cockles, jellyfish and cuttlefish. What¿s more, the blue..
Águilas
31 MAY
A chance to learn about history and local wildlife on the fascinating coastline of Águilas The Los Cocedores Blue Trail in Águilas takes its name from the numerous pools in which esparto Grass was tried and treated prior to weaving in times gone by. These were known as ¿cocedores¿ (literally cookers!) and played an important part in an industry which was vital to the local economy for hundreds of years, giving the material its distinctive colour and texture. Once dried, the grass was cut into finer strips before use, and in the..
San Javier
26 JUN - 27 JUN
Music, water sports and fun for all the family to welcome in the summer on the shore of the Mar Menor The seaside district of Santiago de la Ribera in San Javier welcomes the start of summer on 27th June with the holding of the Festival Tour Fest, preceded this year by an evening of comedy the evening before. The comedy festival on Friday 26th June is entitled ¿La Mar de Risas¿ and features Chely Capitán, Pepe Céspedes and Toni Rodríguez, all of them performing live on Explanada Barnuevo, but the main event takes place the following..
San Javier
24 JUL
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Alhama de Murcia
23 MAY
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27 €
Calasparra
35 €
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Dedicated to our tireless travellers, we present our top 10 Fall getaway ideas to escape the daily grind and enjoy yourself.
If what you need is a break, then forget about your stresses and treat yourself. The region's waters are available to you from our numerous spas and thalassotherapy centres.
The Mar Menor is -in spite of its name- Europe's biggest salt water lagoon, and it is separated from the Mediterranean Sea by La Manga, a strip of land which is 22km long. This natural setting has an idyllic microclimate and perfect conditions to enjoy nautical sports. Moreover, here you will find a very particular combination of fishing traditions and modernity, impossible to find anywhere else.
Cultural, sports, ecotourism, even magical. There are routes to suit all ages and tastes. Take a look at our suggestions and get ready to discover the region. Don't forget your camera and wear comfortable shoes, because there is a long way to walk...
La Manga, a renowned touristic hotspot for decades, has been a Mecca for lovers of white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and hustle and bustle. Despite the huge number of visitors that descend here every year, this paradise still has many spots to explore, surprises to offer and secluded places to discover. Only here can you choose to swim in two seas, or watch the sun set and or rise over either of these waters.
Much more than a transit point, Puerto Lumbreras is a rural and cultural destination of virgin nature; one of those beautiful places where you should stop. The municipality, a close neighbour to the Andalusians, now shows its main attractions.
San Pedro del Pinatar is at the touristic heart of the Costa Cálida. Situated between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean Sea, this small seaside town is famous for its fishing background, therapeutic mud baths, salt flats and vast stretches of sand.
Torre Pacheco is a rural destination surrounded by farmland, windmills and important archaeological sites. It's a wonderful place to take a few days off, play golf or simply enjoy its cuisine.
